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HD05 FDM

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

181,845 mi
Last recorded181,845 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 FDM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 181,845 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Underside and components corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2023 176,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 170,026 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded replacement spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2022 170,014 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 166,881 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 155,550 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 141,497 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 133,910 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Both front brake hoses secured in one single place not two, but don't appear damaged or fowling any part of vehicle

Clutch noisy when pedal in pressed down

N/s/f tyre bald on outer shoulders

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Slight movement detected in n/s/r suspension

Strong advise. O/s/f tyre nearing legal limit (3mm of tread left) / bald inside shoulder, worn outer shoulder. No cords exposed at time of test

Unable to clearly inspect condition of o/s/f brake hose due to component covered in oil

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2017 133,886 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Both front brake hoses secured in one single place not two, but don't appear damaged or fowling any part of vehicle

Clutch noisy when pedal in pressed down

N/s/f tyre bald on outer shoulders

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Slight movement detected in n/s/r suspension

Strong advise. O/s/f tyre nearing legal limit (3mm of tread left) / bald inside shoulder, worn outer shoulder. No cords exposed at time of test

Unable to clearly inspect condition of o/s/f brake hose due to component covered in oil

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 123,491 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 114,787 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 106,791 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 96,243 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 96,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 86,552 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 75,032 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 66,431 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 57,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 50,042 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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HD05 FDM is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD05 FDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HD05 FDM registered?

HD05 FDM is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is HD05 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD05 FDM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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